Starpoint News

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The St. Michael’s Knights of Columbus Council 2553, Canon City recently donated $1200.00 to Starpoint. The proceeds were from the annual Holiday Tootsie Roll campaign. Presenting the check and representing the council was Anthony D. DiMarino. Ron Hinkle (r) Starpoint Foundation Director accepted the annual donation as Frank Jacques in the background looks on. The council would like to thank the following businesses for donating to our “Tootsie Roll Drive” … Read More

The St. Benedict’s Knights of Columbus Chapter 1225, Florence recently donated $298.62 to Starpoint. The proceeds were from the annual Holiday Tootsie Roll campaign. Presenting the check and representing the chapter from l – r were Don Wiseman, Dan Schlaak, Ron Hinkle – Starpoint Foundation Director and Bill Salazor. Hinkle commented that the funds will be used to buy racing chariots so that adult Starpoint consumers may participate in local … Read More

“NIGHT TO SHINE” DONATIONS NEEDED: Men’s slacks, sport coats, suits (all sizes) for a ”special” prom on February 12 for adults over 16 with special needs at the Vineyard. Donations (clean and in good condition) may be dropped off at Starpoint Admin, 700 S. 8th St, Canon City on Monday –Thursday, between 7am and 5pm. This “Night To Shine” event is sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation at more than … Read More

Adult Day Program folks, Autumn Weikal, April Lundahl, Patty Donaldson and Karen Yelton braved cold temperatures on a recent Sunday and decorated Starpoint’s entry in the Canon City Chamber’s annual Christmas tree contest. The tree was sponsored by Sons of Italy and is on display on Main Street in front of New Method Laundry. Thanks ladies and it looks great in the day and also at night when lit. Great job!

An excellent video about our Rim to Rim 10k/5k race at the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park featuring Ainsley’s Angels…this annual event is always held on the first Saturday in October and all proceeds benefit Starpoint.

Bryana Marsicano, Case Manager Director is given a ride in an Ainsley’s Angels Chariot. Rim to Rim Race Committee is working with the Ainsley’s Angels Colorado Ambassadors (www.ainsleysangels.org) and Team Kid Courage (www.teamkidcourage.org) to provide riders and runners to the rim to Rim 10k/5k Races (www.rimtorimroyalgorge.com) on October 3 at the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park.

Proceeds from current fundraisers are used in part to purchase games, educational materials, supplies and motivational and skill materials (above for) Adult Day, Life Skills Center and Life Enrichment Center programs

Starpoint Foundation Board members, staff and crew lined up and awaiting for the beginning of their Benefit Breakfast at Michael’s on Main recently. The annual event grossed more than $1500 in ticket sales, tips and donations from the 133 hungry attendees which provided a pleasant pace and leisurely flow of patrons during the 2 hour event. Left to right includes Bob Arnold, Starpoint – CEO; Jennifer Harrigan, Foundation Board President; … Read More